Pack a headlamp! Don't haggle with merchants! That's just some of the advice that we got from the 10 travel experts, including Rick Steves, in our article "Scouting Report 2008." The pros reveal their hard-earned lessons on jet lag, tourist etiquette, and other topics.meet the experts

Plus, check out the 2008 Scouting Report, our third-annual rundown of the best new places you've never heard of—as determined by people lucky enough to have exploration be part of their job description.

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Maine and Vermont Travel Advice

It's leaf-peeping season! So we consulted the writers of the well-regarded and budget-minded guidebooks Moon Maine and Moon Vermont. The authors told us which roads are best for viewing fall foliage, where to find affordable lodging, and how to know when the colors will be best. Read their Tips on Visiting Maine and Tips on Visiting Vermont.